High value, low cost - Ontario's colleges and universities offer the highest quality education with innovative programs in all fields of studies with costs that are lower than most countries. Our high education standards also mean your degree, diploma or certificate will be recognized around the world.

Work while studying - You can get part-time work on and off campus while studying. As of June 1, 2014, you are authorized to work off campus with your study permit, if you meet the eligibility requirements.

Immigrating to Canada - Ontario can offer good career opportunities once you graduate with options to make Ontario your permanent residence.

English and French - Ontario's publicly assisted colleges and universities offer thousands of programs in both English and French.

Ontario is a beautiful province with thousands of freshwater lakes and rivers. You can find vast wilderness and provincial parks right next to large cosmopolitan cities. Ontario cities are safe and among the best places in the world to live, work and study. Find out more about Ontario.

Getting a Study Permit

Once you have been accepted by an Ontario college or university, you will need to get a study permit.

If you decide to continue your studies, you can apply to extend your Study Permit. Once the extension of your Study Permit has been approved, you can apply to get a new Temporary Resident Visa to reenter into Canada if you are planning to leave the country.

Are international students eligible for loans and bursaries?

International students are not eligible to receive financial support from the Ontario Student Assistance Program. However, each post-secondary institution has its own financial assistance plan for international students. Contact the financial aid office of Ontario's universities and community colleges.